Animation Lead - Favorited

Apply to this position if you feel confident in quickly creating short 1-5 second, character or action driven animations that can stand alone and wow a user. 

Who We Are: 

At Favorited, we are redefining mobile live-streaming as a fully interactive, gamified experience.  We're dedicated to fostering deeper connections between creators and their communities through play, and ensuring that creators are compensated well in the process. 

Who You Are:  

• Experience: Proven experience as a 2D/3D Animator, with a strong portfolio showcasing character and environment animations.
• Proficiency in Animation Software: Expertise in industry-standard animation software such as Maya, Blender, Adobe Animate, Toon Boom Harmony, or similar.
• AI Tools Knowledge: Familiarity with AI-driven animation tools and software that enhance and expedite animation workflows.
• Strong Artistic Skills: Excellent drawing, modeling, and rigging skills, with a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of animation principles.
• Creative Storytelling: Ability to convey stories and emotions through animation, with a strong sense of timing, pacing, and weight.
• Technical Understanding: Solid understanding of the technical aspects of animation, including rigging, skinning, and the production pipeline.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to overcome technical challenges and optimize workflows.
• Team Player: Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and feedback, with a proactive approach to learning and improving.

What You Will Do: 

• Character Animation: Create expressive and fluid character animations that convey a wide range of emotions and actions.
• Environment Animation: Develop dynamic and immersive environment animations that enhance the storytelling and visual appeal of our projects.
  • Examples 
    • Chinchilla
    • Race Car
    • Snow Panda
• AI-Driven Workflow: Utilize the latest AI tools and software to streamline animation processes, improve efficiency, and maintain high-quality standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the team to ensure animations are integrated seamlessly into the final product.
• Storyboarding and Pre-Visualization: Contribute to storyboarding and pre-visualization efforts to establish animation sequences and timing.
• Technical Proficiency: Maintain a high level of technical proficiency with animation software and tools, staying current with industry trends and advancements.
• Quality Control: Ensure all animations meet the highest quality standards and are delivered on time.
• Feedback Integration: Actively participate in feedback sessions, iterating on animations based on team and client input.

What We Are Looking for: 

We are looking for a talented and versatile 2D/3D Animator who excels in character and environment animation and is proficient in utilizing the latest AI tools to enhance and expedite their workflow. In this role, you will be responsible for creating high-quality animations that align with our artistic vision and project goals. 

Where You'll Work:

This is a full time on-site position in Santa Monica, California.